Summary - 8 ASCOTE LANE SHIRLEY SOLIHULL B90 1TP
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Low‑maintenance two-bed home with parking in Dickens Heath village.
Two-bedroom second-floor apartment with ensuite to principal bedroom|Open-plan living and kitchen, bright dual-aspect layout|Two allocated off-street parking spaces included|Very long lease — approx. 975 years remaining (leasehold)|Service charge around £1,860 per year (approx. £155 pcm)|No private garden and second-floor access via stairs only|No upward chain — straightforward purchase possible|Broadband availability varies; mobile coverage may be limited
Situated in the heart of Dickens Heath, this modern two-bedroom second-floor apartment offers low‑maintenance living close to the village high street, canal towpath and local amenities. The open-plan living area is bright and versatile, while the principal bedroom includes an en-suite — a practical layout for first-time buyers or professionals sharing.
Practical benefits include two allocated off-street parking spaces, a very long lease (approx. 975 years) and no upward chain, making the purchase straightforward. The building is relatively recent (circa 1996–2002) with double glazing and gas central heating via boiler and radiators.
Buyers should note the property is leasehold with an average service charge of about £1,860 per year (approx. £155 per month) and a peppercorn ground rent. There is no private garden and the apartment is on the second floor, so stair access applies. Broadband availability may vary at present, and mobile coverage can be limited depending on provider.
Overall this is a sensible, low‑maintenance home in a very affluent, well-served village location — a good fit for first-time buyers seeking convenience and future resale appeal.
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